anal

Example Sentences

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Dr Catherine Hanna, a consultant clinical oncologist at the Belfast Health Trust, said anal cancer is treatable - with radiotherapy - if diagnosed early.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

The mum-of-four said she was too embarrassed to tell loved ones about the type of cancer she had as she felt there was a stigma surrounding anal cancer.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Sitting for longer periods could increase pressure on tissues in the anal region, which may contribute to the development of hemorrhoids.

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2026

I’m going to be like a really anal New York Times reporter.

From Slate • Feb. 4, 2026

I drew a dorsal fin on top and an anal fin on the bottom, to prevent the shark from rolling side to side when it was moving forward.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen